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Nursing Unit Secretary - Pediatrics

MaineHealth
parental leave
United States, Maine, Portland
22 Bramhall Street (Show on map)
Apr 07, 2026
Description Barbara Bush Children's Hospital Clerical/Administrative Support Req #: 73348 For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $3,000 sign on bonuses for Nursing Unit Secretaries: Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time NUS position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment. Nursing Unit Secretary - Barbara Bush Children's Hospital - MaineHealth MaineHealth \| Maine Medical Center Location:22 Bramhall Street, Portland, ME Schedule:two 12-hour shifts 6:30AM to 7:00PM. Every 3^rd weekend is required. Remote:On-site only (no remote flexibility) Barbara Bush Children's Hospital at MaineHealth is seeking a compassionate, organized, and quick-thinkingNursing Unit Secretaryto join our inpatient care team. This role is vital to the daily operations of our unit and serves as the first point of contact for patients, families, and visitors. The Nursing Unit Secretary performs a combination of clerical, receptionist, and transporter duties in afast-paced pediatric environment. This position plays a key role in creating a welcoming, supportive experience for families during their hospital stay. About the Unit 30-bed inpatient unit 8-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Key Responsibilities Serve as the first-person patients and families encounter on the unit, providing a warm, friendly, and professional welcome Answer and triage phone calls in a high-volume environment Respond to call bells and communicate needs promptly to the care team Unlock and monitor secured unit doors Check visitors in and out, ensuring unit safety and compliance Greet and assist families, patients, and visitors throughout their stay Support unit operations through clerical and administrative tasks Assist with patient transport as needed Think quickly on your feet while managing multiple priorities Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. License/Certifications: Current BLS certification preferred or may be required based on location. Experience: One year of hospital or health care setting preferred. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact sarah.polk@mainehealth.org